The epiglottis is actually a flap of connective tissue that is made of elastic cartilage at the base of the tongue
It is the epiglottis.
That's your epiglottis.
connetive tissue
The epiglottis is the tissue that covers the trachea during swallowing to prevent food from entering the airway.
The tissue that seals the trachea during swallowing is called the epiglottis. It prevents food from entering the airway and directs it to the esophagus instead.
The epiglottis
Epiglottis
This smalflap of tissue is known as the epiglottis. It blocks the trachea (windpipe) during the swallowing of food andliquids.
The epiglottis is a small flap of soft tissue that is found at the back of the throat. In some people, the epiglottis can be seen if they stick their tongue out.
nether, the epiglottis is a flap of tissue that prevents you from chocking its doesn't digest anything
The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that is found at the entrance of the larynx. Its size is about 7-9 mm in length.
Epiglottis